The Altamira oriole is the largest oriole in the United States. They live in open riparian woodlands in Mexico, Central America and south Texas. They are omnivorous, eating fruit and insects which they pick off of trees. I photographed this bird at Bentsen State Park near McAllen, TX.
Their basket shaped nest is the longest of any bird in North America. They can reach up to about 25" long. They are made out of grass fibers and epiphyte roots that are woven together by the birds. Altamira orioles usually do not nest too close to each other even though they are not really that territorial.
16 comments:
That is really fascinating about the nest being the 'longest' of any in North America. I did Not Know That!!!
What fabulous colors...and I have never seen a nest like that. I love learning all these new things. Thank you.
Beautiful pictures ;-)
Céline & Philippe
This little feathered one is such a radiant, bold gold colour! Lovely photos!
Terrific work here.... just great!!
They are a very brightly colored bird. I have never seen a nest like that, it is quite interesting.
Great photos.
Happy Sunday!!
What a beautiful bird!! And that nest, how different!!
So nice to meet you.
Hope you have a blessed Sunday...♥
Such a beauty!
I think that must be one of the most beautiful birds I have ever seen, the colour gorgeous - i like the orange combined with black and white too. The bird is a work of art! Your photograph is beautiful too - nice composition.
Wow so beautiful never seen one of these before.
What a beautiful bird!
Fantastic photos as always ~ love the texture ~ (A Creative Harbor)
A lovely post...
I captured a B.Oriole's nest early this summer and it was about 1/2 the size of this one, but the same shape. Great images and a beautiful bird.
Beautiful bird and great shot of both it and the nest. I haven't seen any variety of oriole in these parts for such a long time, this was truly a sight for sore eyes.
What a beautiful bird! Lovely bright colours. :)
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